Mechanical Fitter

Interaction Recruitment; St. Neots; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Mechanical Fitter with welding experience for their client in St Neots. The role includes installation, maintenance, and fabrication work on various mechanical systems. Candidates must demonstrate proven mechanical fitting experience and be able to work from engineering drawings. A competitive hourly rate and ongoing work are offered in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive hourly/daily rate

Ongoing work with potential for long-term opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Fitter.
• Welding experience (TIG, MIG, or MMA) essential.
• Valid CSCS or equivalent safety card.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical fitting of pumps, conveyors, gearboxes.
• Basic welding and fabrication.
• Carrying out routine maintenance and breakdown repairs.

Skills

Mechanical fitting of pumps, conveyors, gearboxes

Welding experience (TIG, MIG, or MMA)

Ability to interpret technical and mechanical drawings

Good problem-solving skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Own tools and PPE

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Overview

Reference
0000004211 Salary
£15 - £20/hour Job Location
- United Kingdom -- England -- East of England -- Cambridgeshire -- St Neots Job Type
Contract Posted
Wednesday, July 30, 2025

Interaction Engineering

Mechanical Fitter (with Welding Experience)

St Neots

Job Description:

We are recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Mechanical Fitter with welding experience to join their team on apermanent basis. This role involves installation, maintenance, and occasional fabrication work on a range of mechanical systems and industrial equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

Mechanical fitting of pumps, conveyors, gearboxes, pipework, and associated plant

Basic welding and fabrication (MIG/TIG or Stick – depending on experience)

Working from engineering drawings and P&IDs

Carrying out routine maintenance and breakdown repairs

Ensuring all work complies with health & safety standards

Collaborating with engineers and site supervisors to meet deadlines

Requirements:

Proven experience as a Mechanical Fitter

Welding experience (TIG, MIG, or MMA) essential

Ability to interpret technical and mechanical drawings

Valid CSCS or equivalent safety card

NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds in Mechanical Engineering (preferred)

Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Own tools and PPE (preferred)

What’s on Offer:

Competitive hourly/daily rate

Ongoing work with potential for long-term opportunities

Varied work across interesting industrial and commercial projects

Supportive team environment with a strong safety culture